Indian languages
The Legacy of Macaulay's Education Policy: India's 200-Year Struggle to Reclaim Cultural Identity
Nov 25, 2025 08:52 pm CST
In 1835, British politician Thomas Babington Macaulay fundamentally altered India's educational landscape by imposing English language instruction, creating what PM Modi calls "psychological slavery." Nearly 200 years later, India faces a critical decade to reverse this colonial legacy before 2035, with the National Education Policy emphasizing local languages while navigating the complex relationship between Western influence and indigenous knowledge systems.
Sarvam AI: India's Multilingual Voice AI Set to Launch by Early 2026
Oct 18, 2025 06:22 pm CST
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has confirmed that Bengaluru-based Sarvam AI will launch by January 2026, bringing voice-based AI capabilities in 10 Indian languages. This indigenous AI solution aims to bridge India's digital divide through UIDAI collaboration, enhanced security features, and real-time voice interactions, positioning India at the forefront of inclusive AI technology development.
Google Expands AI Mode to 7 New Indian Languages, Launches Search Live Feature
Oct 08, 2025 02:18 pm CST
Google has significantly expanded its AI-powered Search experience in India by adding support for seven new languages: Bengali, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu. The company has also introduced Search Live, a new feature that allows users to interact with Google using voice and camera, making it the first country outside the US to receive this functionality. These updates reflect Google's commitment to creating a more accessible and intuitive search experience for millions of Indian users.
"Against Federalism": Actor Vijay's TVK Criticises Amit Shah's Hindi Day Remarks
Sep 16, 2025 07:06 pm CST
Actor Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam or TVK has vehemently opposed Union Home Minister Amit Shah's comments on Hindi, calling it yet another attempt to impose the language on non-Hindi-speaking states.